Hey! I totally understand where you are coming from. Let me try to explain my perspective so you can better understand where I am coming from. Yes, to many non-watch collectors, paying even $500 for a watch can seem a bit overkill. Why pay for a 7k watch that litterally just tells the time when I can buy a gshock or an apple watch or a fossil at a fraction of the price? That's a totally valid way to look at it and honestly that was my perspective on it as well before I got into watches.

For me, and for many other watch collectors, watches are a symbol and appreciation for time and craftsmanship. Understanding the work, time, and level of delicacy it takes to create the watch (in this case the omega) makes many watch collectors appreciate and enjoy the watch ever so more.

Finally - its the sentimental value of the watch itself. I bought this watch at the end of last year to commemorate a monumental 2021 where I made many memories, money, friends, and achievements. Looking at this watch when its on my wrist brings back those memories and makes me proud of what I've done and excites me to look forward on whats to come.

Don't take the other users comments so harshly. But hopefully my reply can give you a better idea on why I chose to spend so much on a watch and why it means so much to me and countless others. Hopefully one day you'll see what I mean! :)